SUBHow to Freshen Up Your Handknits for Fall
Have your handknit sweaters been languishing at the back of a closet all summer? A quick refresh is the perfect way to get ready for cooler weather.
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SUBHave your handknit sweaters been languishing at the back of a closet all summer? A quick refresh is the perfect way to get ready for cooler weather.

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Knit a classic beanie in your size with your yarn using Sandi’s pattern with a fill-in-the blank worksheet.

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